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A Road Marker applies markings to road surfaces for a range of purposes. You might prepare road surfaces and use various road marking equipment. Road Markers work with plans and specifications and may also work on other surfaces such as carparks or sports courts.
Road Markers require strong attention to detail and must be able to deliver high quality work. It’s important you can follow instructions and work as part of a team. Road Markers must be comfortable working outdoors and be skilled at using road marking equipment. You’ll need good observational skills and must be safety focused.
There is one course available for people who want to become a Road Marker.
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Get a job as a Road Marker with the RII30920 Certificate III in Civil Construction (Road Marking). This nationally recognised qualification introduces you to civil construction work and begins with the key safety, communication, and hands-on skills you need to get started (measuring, using hand tools, operating small plant and equipment). You’ll then gain road marking technical skills including surface preparation, handling and storing road marking materials, carrying out road marking operations (ride-on, long line, thermo plastic). There is also scope to obtain a number of WHS permits and licences (rigging, dogging, forklift). Enquire now for the list of study units, road marking competencies, and upcoming enrolment dates..
Average duration: 18 months.
In Australia, a full time Road Marker generally earns $960 per week ($49,920 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
There has been stable job growth in this industry in recent years. There are currently 860 people working as a Road Marker in Australia, compared to 790 five years ago. Road Markers may find work in all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If you’re interested in a career as a Road Marker, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Civil Construction (Road Marking). This course will give you skills in road surface preparation, handling and storing road marking materials and carrying out road marking operations. You’ll also look at measuring, using hand tools and operating small plant and equipment.
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Here are some potential career pathways within civil construction. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Civil Construction
Concreter
$960 weekly pay
Construction Labourer
Construction Worker
Excavator Operator
$1,050 weekly pay
General Hand
General Labourer
Loader Operator
Mobile Crane Operator
$1,400 weekly pay
Pipelayer
Rigger
Road Construction Worker
Road Marker
Steel Fixer
Traffic Controller
Building Estimator
$1,440 weekly pay
Construction Estimator
Construction Supervisor
$1,150 weekly pay
Grader Operator
$1,540 weekly pay
Site Foreman
Building Contractor
$1,550 weekly pay
Construction Manager
Construction Project Manager
Learn more about Road Marker courses in your area.